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On Episode 267 of The Waves of Tech, we are discussing the big tech news from this week, which includes mergers, buyouts, and security breaches. The news surrounding the merger of Time Warner Cable and Charter Communications was predicted by many after the FCC shot down the Comcast/Time Warner Cable merger. In addition to that, Charter will be buying the smaller Bright House Networks. The IRS system was hacked, leaving many questions for the over 100,000 people that had information stolen. And finally, hoverboards are making news and breaking world records! Enjoy the podcast and continue to ride…the waves of tech.
We here at Modern Life Podcast Network would like to welcome Mike Dell to the network. Mike has been podcasting for many years and is a tremendous asset in the industry. His newest podcasting adventure, Podcast Help Desk, has reached 50 episodes and focuses on podcasting tips and tricks, the art of podcasting, and headlines in the industry. Mike Dell – Podcast Help Desk
Memorial Day and World War II footage in HD
World War II footage has a very specific image and visual appeal. Much of the footage and film from the 1940s in grainy, black and white, somewhat distorted, and choppy. Through the evolution of technology, plenty of that footage has been digitally remastered and enhanced to bring a new visual appeal. Check out the Memorial Day and World War II footage in high definition (HD) on The History Channel and Netlfix.
Charter to buy Bright House and merge with Time Warner Cable
Charter communications became a household name overnight. The cable and Internet service provider currently has a customer base of 4.1 million and 4.8 million, respectively. With the potential merger with Time Warner Cable and the purchase of Bright House, this pushes Charter into the number two position in relationship to the number of customers, nearing the 24 million mark in 41 states. Charter is emphasizing a push to improve public WiFi spots and provide sharper and better quality services to small and medium sized businesses. Time will tell as to the benefits you and I as consumers will see.
Well, no one’s system is ever safe…even if you’re the IRS and the Federal government. If anything, these systems would be main targets for hackers and thieves as there is a plethora of personal information on tax returns. In essence, our entire life and identity is presented on tax forms. The IRS announced that over 100,000 IRS records were stolen during a breach of their “Get Transcript” service. Very little detail has been shared with the public, other than the quantity and scale of the hackers attempts.
In an amazing story of innovation, a Canadian man is now the proud owner of a new world record for distance traveled on a hoverboard. How amazing is this!!?? We know that Marty McFly would be proud. The man traveled over 50 meters through the air, riding about 5 meters above the surface of the water. The gentlemen spent over one year designing and testing the hoverboard. Congrats on the world record and successful run. We wonder what is next…
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Interview with Tom Chatfield. Fun Inc.
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Happy Thanksgiving and our interview with author Tom Chatfield and his new book “Fun Inc. Why Gaming Will Dominate the Twenty-First Century”
Show Notes
- It the holiday season and from all of us at Waves of Tech have a great Holiday. If you’ll be heading out for Black Friday, take a few tips from OSHA to protect yourself. OSHA Letter
- Interview with Author Tom Chatfield. A must listen to episode!
Tom Chatfield is Arts and Books editor at the high prestigious Prospect magazine and also writes for the Times Literary supplement, The Times and the Observer in London. He has designed puzzles and consulted with a number of online game companies. Tom’s Blog
- It the holiday season and from all of us at Waves of Tech have a great Holiday. If you’ll be heading out for Black Friday, take a few tips from OSHA to protect yourself. OSHA Letter
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Apple Leaked Memo, Amazon Prime Rate Hike and T-Mobile & Sprint Merger
Apple has issued a memo (which was in fact leaked) warning employees that the leaking of confidential and sensitive information is punishable with termination, fines, jail time, and more. The cost of your Amazon Prime membership has been increased by 20% after Amazon executives stated that more digital, shipping, and delivery options are rising in cost. T-Mobile and Sprint announced a multi-billion dollar merger that would instantly rank the new company as the second largest mobile provider in the nation. With the promise of 5G investment and better capabilities, the industry may be in for a major shakeup.
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IBM PC Introduced 37 Years Ago, Snapchat Dysmorphic Disorder, and Tribal Communities Fight for Broadband
On Episode 412 of The Waves of Tech, we are covering the old and the new in technology. The IBM PC – Model 5150 – was introduced 37 years ago and we explain its lasting impact on the personal computing marketplace. Plastic surgeons across America are reporting higher than average requests from patients to receive surgery to look more like the filtering options in apps like Snapchat and Instagram. The FCC lost a court battle as the agency attempted to eliminate a $25 Internet and phone service subsidy provided to the tribal communities and small regional carriers. And beware of your Craigslist postings, as people are finding new places to squat and also posing as property owners for rental transactions. Modern Issues. Modern Discussions. Enjoy the podcast and continue to ride…The Waves of Tech.
